pirate treasure map
Pirate Treasure Map
A pirate treasure map is so exciting. Making one yourself is easy. This article takes you through the steps to make your own realistic treasure map.
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Now, make a cup of black tea, let it stay and steep for a few minutes which will make it dark. Take a baking sheet and pour the tea on it, and then immerse the map in the tea. Make sure that the paper is completely covered. The tea will darken the map, giving it an aged look.
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Take the paper out in a few minutes, let the tea drip, and then lay out it to dry on a towel. In case you feel that the map has not darkened as per your expectations, don't worry, it will, just let it dry. It is important to handle the paper carefully as it can tear easily while wet.
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When the paper dries, draw out a treasure map. Burn an incense stick, and then burn the edges of the paper. To add that authentic touch, burn some holes in the paper with the stick. A damp napkin might come in handy to prevent the burn marks from spreading.
To add those finishing touches to make it look real, consider crumpling the paper lightly. Another idea is to add a few drops of red wine when the paper is wet, making it look even more ancient and archaic.
Finally, tie a scrap of cloth after rolling the map. You are done. This can be very useful as at a pirate party for your kids. You could also print maps available online.